scholarly journals Assessment of Anterior Segment Changes in Pseudophakic Eyes, Using Ultrasonic Biomicroscopic Imaging, after Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Silicone Oil or Gas Tamponade

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erkan Ünsal ◽  
Kadir Eltutar ◽  
Belma Karini ◽  
Osman Kızılay

Objective. To evaluate the morphological changes of the anterior segment using ultrasonic biomicroscopy (UBM) imaging in pseudophakic patients who underwent pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) with silicone oil or gas (C3F8) internal tamponade agent injection.Method. This prospective study included pseudophakic patients with planned PPV, divided into two groups according to internal tamponade agent: those in which silicone oil was used (n=27, Group 1) and those in which gas (C3F8) was used (n=24, Group 2). UBM measurements were performed in the supine position before and one week after surgery.Results. In patients of Group 1, postoperative trabecular meshwork-ciliary process distance (T-CPD) and iris-ciliary process distance (I-CPD), according to preoperative values, were found to be statistically significantly reduced, and postoperative mean value of scleral thickness (ST) and intraocular pressure (IOP), according to preoperative value, was found to be statistically significantly increased. In patients of Group 2, postoperative mean values of anterior chamber depth (ACD), ciliary body thickness (CBT), T-CPD, I-CPD, and IOP, according to preoperative values, were found to be statistically significantly reduced. Preoperatively, in Group 2 patients, according to Group 1 patients, TIA and IOP were found to be statistically significantly increased. Preoperative and postoperative IOP between the measured parameters with UBM showed no statistically significant correlation.Conclusions. Gases cause more morphological changes in the anterior segment structures. It is thought that complications such as increased intraocular pressure can be seen more frequently for this reason.

Author(s):  
Alireza Khodabande ◽  
Massood Mohammadi ◽  
Hamid Riazi-Esfahani ◽  
Shahab Karami ◽  
Massood Mirghorbani ◽  
...  

Abstract Background To evaluate changes in anterior segment morphology on anterior segment optical coherence tomography (AS-OCT) following pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) without tamponade. Methods Patients who underwent PPV without tamponade for epiretinal membrane were evaluated. Eligible patients underwent intraocular pressure (IOP) measurement and AS-OCT preoperatively as well as 1 month and 6 months post-operatively. Anterior chamber width (ACW), anterior chamber depth (ACD), trabecular iris angle (TIA), angle opening distance at 500 and 750 µm (AOD), and trabecular iris space area at 500 and 750 µm (TISA) at four quadrants were recorded and analyzed. Additionally, the mean values of TIA (MTIA), AOD (MAOD), and TISA (MTISA) for each eye (mean of four quadrants) were analyzed. Results 23 patients completed the study. The mean age of participants was 56.4 ± 3.6 years of age and 13/23 (56%) were female. Mean IOP of patients was 18.1 ± 1.1, 18.3 ± 1.1, and 18.1 ± 1.2 preoperatively,1 month post-operatively, and 6 months post-operatively, respectively. (p = 0.83). No difference was detected post-operatively in measurements of ACW, ACD, MTIA, MAOD500, MAOD750, MTISA500, and MTISA750. Conclusion Pars plana vitrectomy without tamponade was not associated with changes in anterior chamber morphology.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Xiangzhong Xu ◽  
Huimin Ge ◽  
Jiajun Li ◽  
Weihong Shang ◽  
Yuke Ji ◽  
...  

Background. The vitreous body is an important part of the ocular body fluid. A foldable capsular vitreous body (FCVB) is designed to treat chronic adverse complications in severe ocular trauma and silicone oil-dependent eyes. This study is aimed at investigating a method for implanting an FCVB, its postoperative efficacy, and clinical value. Methods. A retrospective analysis was performed on data from 18 patients who underwent vitrectomy and FCVB implantation for severe ocular trauma and silicone oil-dependent eyes between March 2019 and May 2020. All treated eyes underwent clinical examinations involving the best-corrected visual acuity, intraocular pressure, FCVB position, anterior segment photography, and wide-angle fundus photography regularly after surgery. Results. Eighteen eyes from 18 patients were enrolled in this study. A total of 2.00–4.20 ( 3.46 ± 0.78 ) ml of silicone oil were injected into the FCVB during surgery. The patients were followed up at 1, 2, and 4 weeks and 3, 6, and 12 months after surgery. Twelve months after surgery, visual acuity improved in 7 (38.89%) eyes. In contrast, 10 (55.56%) eyes showed no obvious improvement, and 1 (5.56%) eye had decreased vision. Intraocular pressure at 12 months was 10.13 ± 3.52  mmHg, which was comparable to that before the surgery ( t = 0.38 , P = 0.71 ). The anterior chamber depth examined by slit lamp was 2.00–3.00 cornea thickness (CT) in 7 eyes, 1.00–2.00 CT in 2 eyes, and <1.00 CT in one eye. The anterior chamber disappeared in eight eyes. There were eight eyes with clear cornea, four eyes with localized opacity, and two eyes with obvious gray-white opacity. There was no case of severe FCVB deflection, rupture, or exposure during the observation period. Conclusion. FCVB implantation is an effective and safe treatment for eyes with severe ocular trauma and silicone oil-dependent eyes. It may support retinal reattachment, slow down eyeball atrophy, reduce the risk of chronic adverse complications such as corneal endothelial decompensation, and maintain intraocular pressure and preoperative visual function.


1998 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 179-183 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. C. Pastor ◽  
J. M. Zarco ◽  
M.J. Del Nozal ◽  
A. Pampliega ◽  
P. Marinero

Purpose To compare the ocular toxicity caused by the use of highly purified silicone oil to less purified silicone oil in humans. Methods Fifty-six eyes received 2,000 centistokes (cs) purified silicone oil (group 1) and 42 eyes received 2,000 cs fractionated (highly purified) silicone oil (group 2) after pars plana vitrectormy. Follow-up ranged from 6 to 48 months. Results Six months after injection, the following complications were found in groups 1 and 2, respectively: ocular hypotension (<13mmHg), 39.3% and 31%, sustained ocular hypertension (>23mmHg), 19.6% and 19%; acute hypertensive peaks (>30mmHg), 23.2% and 11.9%; corneal alterations, 19.6% and 14.3%; emulsification, 1.8% and 2.4%; silicone oil cloudiness, 28.6% and 0%; preretinal reproliferation, 14.3% and 4.8% and total or partial retinal reattachment, 78.6% and 90.5%. Conclusions Highly purified silicone oil was better tolerated than the less purified oil and caused fewer complications. Poorly purified silicone oils should be avoided in clinical practice.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiaoyan Zhang ◽  
Xiaofeng Hao ◽  
Like Xie

Abstract Background: We investigated the incidence of and risk factors for intraocular pressure elevation within 6 days following pars plana vitrectomy with silicone oil injection for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. Methods: We reviewed the records of 55 patients in whom pars plana vitrectomy with silicone oil injection was performed. The intraocular pressure was evaluated before surgery and 1 day, 3 days, and 6 days post-operatively. Results: Intraocular pressure elevation was found in 49% of eyes within 6 days after surgery. A long duration of rhegmatogenous retinal detachment was significantly associated with intraocular pressure elevation on day 1 after surgery. Presence of diabetes was significantly associated with intraocular pressure elevation at 3 days post-operation. Intraocular pressure elevation may occur 6 days following topical steroid use. Conclusions: Intraocular pressure should be monitored regularly in the early post-operative period after pars plana vitrectomy with silicone oil injection for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment, especially in patients with prolonged detachment and diabetic history.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Elcin Suren ◽  
Mustafa Kalayci ◽  
Ersan Cetinkaya ◽  
Mehmet Fatih Kucuk ◽  
Mehmet Erkan Dogan ◽  
...  

Purpose. To compare the visual outcomes and complications of patients who underwent flanged transconjunctival sutureless intrascleral intraocular lens (SIS IOL) implantation after anterior and pars plana vitrectomy. Methods. All patients who underwent flanged transconjunctival SIS IOL fixation using a 27-gauge needle between September 2017 and November 2019 and were followed up for at least six months were evaluated. The cases in which anterior vitrectomy was performed were classified as Group 1, and those that underwent pars plana vitrectomy were classified as Group 2. The best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA), spherical equivalent values, corneal endothelial cell density, and intraocular pressures were compared between the two groups before and after the operation. Intraoperative and postoperative complications were assessed. Results. The study included 108 eyes of 108 patients who were included in the study. Group 1 consisted of 48 patients and Group 2 comprised of 60 patients. When the findings between Groups 1 and 2 were compared in the postoperative period, there was no statistically significant difference in terms of the mean intraocular pressure increase, endothelial cell density, BCVA, and spherical equivalent value ( P = 0.818 , 0.601, 0.368, and 0.675, respectively). When all the patients were considered as a single group, the mean spherical value at the sixth postoperative month was 0.3 ± 2.2 D (min-max, (−5.5)–(+6)), the mean cylindrical value was −1.7 ± 2.4 D (min-max, (−9.25)–(+4)), and the mean spherical equivalent value was −0.5 ± 2.3 D (min-max, (−6.5)–(+6)). Conclusion. The flanged transconjunctival SIS IOL fixation technique performed using a 27-gauge needle is safe and effective in the patient group with aphakia and lens/IOL dislocation or subluxation. However, in patients planned to undergo flanged transconjunctival SIS IOL implantation, pars plana vitrectomy seems to be a more suitable option than anterior vitrectomy to reduce complications.


2017 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 152-155 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ozlem Barut Selver ◽  
Melis Palamar ◽  
Kevser Gerceker ◽  
Sait Egrilmez ◽  
Ayse Yagci

Objective: It is aimed to determine whether fasting during Ramadan has any significant effect on anterior chamber parameters, visual acuity and intraocular pressures. Methods: 31 fasting (Group 1) and 30 non-fasting healthy volunteers (Group 2) were enrolled. All cases underwent an ophthalmological examination and anterior segment parameter evaluation (central corneal thickness (CCT), anterior chamber depth (ACD), anterior chamber volume (ACV), anterior chamber angle (ACA), pupil size) with Pentacam before and after the breaking of the Ramadan fast in Group 1, before and after dinner in Group 2. Results: The mean age was 43.35 ± 13.20 in Group 1, 43.17 ± 12.90 in Group 2 (p= 0.955). No significant difference was detected in any of the parameters in both groups. Conclusion: There is a need for more detailed and associated studies to understand better about the influence of Ramadan fast on various ocular parameters.


2013 ◽  
Vol 61 (11) ◽  
pp. 621 ◽  
Author(s):  
Burcu Çalik ◽  
Muzaffer Öztürk ◽  
Hüseyin Serdarogullari ◽  
Mustafa Elçioglu

2020 ◽  
pp. 112067212096034
Author(s):  
Marta S Figueroa ◽  
Arnau Mora Cantallops ◽  
Gianni Virgili ◽  
Andrea Govetto

Background: To analyse the feasibility and efficacy of a novel autologous plasma rich in growth factor (PRGF) preparation as adjuvant to pars plana vitrectomy and internal limiting membrane peel in high myopic full-thickness macular hole (FTMH). Methods: Single-centre, single-surgeon retrospective chart review of consecutive patients with high myopic FTMH who underwent surgery with a minimum follow-up of 12 months. Patients were divided in group 1 (naïve) and group 2 (persistent). Quantitative and qualitative variables were analysed, compared among groups and correlated with best corrected visual acuity (BCVA). Results: Postoperatively, FTMH resolved in 28/31 eyes in group 1 (90%) and in 10/11 eyes in group 2 (91%), without significant differences ( p = 0.954). None of the preoperative anatomical variables analysed showed significant association with preoperative BCVA. Intraoperatively, no significant complications were registered. Postoperatively, BCVA improved significantly in the studied population ( p < 0.001). Preoperative factors associated with better postoperative BCVA were the presence of intraretinal cystoid spaces ( p = 0.028) and elevated FTMH borders ( p = 0.005). Preoperative dome-shaped macula was associated with significantly worse postoperative BCVA ( p = 0.049). Conclusion: The use of PRGF as adjuvant to vitrectomy showed to be reproducible, straightforward and efficient, with primary anatomical success rate comparable to other surgical approaches and lower risk of complications.


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